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• List the benefits of having high self-esteem. Why would you want to have high self-esteem?

• Take Self- Assessment Quiz on p. 48

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Key Ideas

• Define self-esteem.• List the benefits of high self-esteem. • Identify factors that influence the development of

self-esteem.• Describe ways you can improve your self-esteem.

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What is Self-Esteem?• Self-esteem is a measure of how much you value,

respect, and feel confident about yourself.

• Benefits of High Self Esteem

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• Increased respect for yourself• Increased ability to reach goals• Increased willingness to try new things• Increased feelings of value

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What is Self-Esteem?

• Risks of Low Self Esteem

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• Vulnerable to peer pressure• More likely to make unhealthy decisions• More likely to be critical of self and others• Increased risk of depression and suicide

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The Development of Self-Esteem• Self-concept is a measure of how you view yourself.

• Your self-esteem affects the way you interpret messages from others.

• You can choose to view some negative messages as constructive criticism.

• Your self-esteem does not have to suffer from negative messages from others. You have the power to control your self-esteem.

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Improving Your Self-Esteem

• Use Positive Self-Talk Send positive messages to yourself.

• Act with Integrity Integrity means doing what you know is right.

• Choose Supportive Friends Your friends should acknowledge your strengths and support your goals.

• Accept Yourself Focus on your strengths and let go of weaknesses that you cannot change.

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